Human Resources and Safety Assistant

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Human Resources Safety and Assistant to support the HR department with administrative tasks and help execute the organization’s employee health and safety initiatives. This dual-role position is ideal for someone who is passionate about people, process improvement, and creating a safe, compliant, and supportive workplace.

Responsibilities

Human Resources (Approx. 60%)

• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes
• Maintain accurate employee records (digital and physical) in HRIS system
• Coordinate training sessions, benefits enrollment, and performance reviews
• Track employee training completion and maintain training programs
• Conduct new hire orientation and related paperwork during the onboarding process
• Respond to internal HR-related inquiries with confidentiality and professionalism
• Support payroll processing and timekeeping data audits as needed
• Prepare reports, memos, and documentation as needed
• Maintain confidentiality of all employee record keeping
• Uphold and enforce HR policies and procedures
• Coordinate and help execute company events and activities
• Other HR duties as assigned

Safety (Approx. 40%)

• Conduct routine workplace inspections to ensure safety compliance
• Maintain OSHA records and work injury incident logs
  
• Assist with incident investigations
• Coordinate emergency preparedness efforts, drills, and safety meetings
• Serve as a liaison with 3rd party regulatory agencies and support audits or inspections
• other Safety duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Safety Management, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years in HR support role
• Experience in company safety programs preferred

• Strong understanding of HR policies and basic employment law
• Familiarity with Cal/OSHA regulations and safety practices
• High attention to detail and organization
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and training skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with HRIS or EHS software a plus

Benefits!

• 401k with 4% company match
• Medical/Dental/Vision health insurance plans
• Vacation and paid holidays
• Companywide lunches provided quarterly

BPS Bioscience is an equal opportunity employer, without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.